Senior Advisor (00521632)
Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.
We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .
If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Policy |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/DFFH/FSV/521632A |
| Closing Date: | 29-May-2025 |
| Salary Range: | $113,022 - $136,747 |
| Job Duration: | 12 months |
| Attachments: | Position description - VPS 5 Senior Adviser 00521632 - May 2025.docx (Word, 127KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Julia Heagerty 0448878513 julia.heagerty@familysafety.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
As Senior Adviser within the Office of the Deputy Secretary you will work across the organisation to lead the successful delivery of complex projects that support the Deputy Secretary and Family Safety Victoria to achieve strategic priorities. You will provide authoritative advice to a range of internal stakeholder to ensure that Family Safety Victoria is well positioned to meet its obligations in an organised and cohesive manner.
Are you:
- Great at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders?
- Able to work independently to solve problems, whilst maintaining strong connections with your team?
- Detail focused and able to manage multiple priorities?
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Provide authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research.
- Oversee and provide quality assurance for the preparation and submission of key briefs and supporting materials for Parliamentary, Cabinet and Ministerial processes.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships and facilitate the flow of information across the organisation and with key external stakeholders.
Please open the position description to read more.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
Job details
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
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| Job Reference: | VG/DFFH/FSV/521632A |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Policy |
| Classification: | VPSG5 |
| Salary Range: | $113,022 - $136,747 |
| Job Duration: | 12 months |
| Date posted: | 15-May-2025 |
| Application Close Date: | 29-May-2025 |
| Attachments: | Position description - VPS 5 Senior Adviser 00521632 - May 2025.docx (Word, 127KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Julia Heagerty
0448878513 julia.heagerty@familysafety.vic.gov.au
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